According to rough estimates, Calabria and Basilicata alone are home to several hundred castles. Many of these structures originated as fortresses during the Byzantine era and were later adapted and modified over the centuries to reflect the various ruling powers that inhabited them.
Many of these castles remain accessible today, hosting museums and cultural events within their historic walls. Additionally, they serve as perfect venues for historical reenactments, bringing the past to life in an immersive way.
Among them, the Castle of Santa Severina stands out as one of Calabria’s best-preserved fortifications, bearing the architectural imprint of all the rulers who succeeded one another over time.
